The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), one of 11 agencies that compose the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The NCI, established under the National Cancer Institute Act of 1937, is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training.

The National Cancer Institute coordinates the National Cancer Program, which supports research and training as to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer and the care of cancer patients and their families of cancer patients.

The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has 12 chartered Divisions, more than 900 local offices nationwide, and a presence in more than 5,100 communities.

Breastcancer.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information about breast cancer. Their mission is to help patients and their loved ones make sense of the complex medical and personal information about breast cancer.

Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is the premier global organization dedicated to the critical issues unique to young women who are diagnosed with breast cancer. YSC offers resources, connections and outreach so women feel supported, empowered and hopeful.